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Group 16 ElementsP Block elements G15-18

Why does O3O_{3} act as a powerful oxidizing agent?

Expert Answer

Due to the ease with which it liberates atoms of nascent oxygen: O3O2+OO_{3} \rightarrow O_{2} + O.

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